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What are Gap Bands and will They Fix Your Teen’s Teeth?

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  • What are Gap Bands and will They Fix Your Teen’s Teeth?

Gap bands are a new homemade orthodontic device designed for repairing dental malocclusions. However, this DIY orthodontic treatment can be dangerous — the wrong amount of pressure on the roots of teeth can lead to more problems than before.

Our orthodontist will supply patients with elastics or bands to help repair dental misalignments. They are nontoxic materials and are specially designed for attaching to the wires and brackets of braces.

How Can Speaks Orthodontics Help?

Dr. Speaks believes that the patient should be fully aware of their diagnosis, their treatment, and their progress throughout treatment. At Speaks Orthodontics, we arm the patients with knowledge which allows them to be involved in the treatment decisions.

All treatment plans are based on the patient’s’ unique needs and desires. These are determined by the analysis and diagnosis of the pre-treatment records and pre-treatment consultation and interview. We offer different types of orthodontic treatment, including:

  • Aceleent
  • PROPEL®
  • Traditional metal braces
  • Ceramic braces
  • Invisalign®

Our practice will work with you every step of the way to make sure that your orthodontic care is as rewarding as possible. We utilize the latest technology and offer a variety of safe and gentle treatment options designed to give you the customized, individual care you deserve.

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Our patients are stoked about their new smiles

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Delina G.
I was nervous about getting braces as an adult, but my experience with Speaks was excellent. The 2 ½ years went by quickly. Dr. Speaks and the staff were clear about the timeline and what I needed to do to ensure a good outcome. I got my braces off last year, a few days before my 30th birthday, and I’m still very happy with the results!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your experience at Speaks Orthodontics was positive and that you’re thrilled with your results. Enjoy your beautiful smile!
Melissa C.
My experience from start to finish with my orthodontic treatment at Speaks Orthodontics has been wonderful. Having to go back into orthodontics in your 30s isn’t ideal, but the team here made it smooth and comfortable. The free consultation was detailed and unhurried. The office is clean and comfortable. Every staff member is kind and helpful. Dr. Speaks’ bedside manner is top-notch, and not only did I get my teeth alignment fixed, he also helped me with evening my gumline out with a laser gingivectomy as part of my treatment. I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking for orthodontic treatment.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Melissa! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with our team and Dr. Speaks exceeded your expectations. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing you again!
LaPhonso S.
Loved my experience with Dr. Speaks and their team. All the the staff were super friendly and made me feel like they actually cared when I would go in. Had braces and got them off sooner than I expected and very happy with my results!! Highly recommend Speaks Orthodontics!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, LaPhonso! We're delighted to hear about your positive experience with our team and your satisfaction with the results. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
shareen M.
They have been so amazing with their follow up to all my questions. So much patience!!
Thank you
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Shareen! We're glad to hear that our team has been helpful and patient in addressing your questions. Your satisfaction is our priority!
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